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Synergies Work Announces Finalists for 2024 EDDIE Awards

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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ATLANTA, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Synergies Work, an Atlanta nonprofit supporting entrepreneurs with disabilities, today announced the 15 finalists across five categories for its 2nd annual EDDIE Awards taking place April 11 from 5:30-9:00 p.m. at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta. Learn about the finalists and their respective categories here.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Synergies Work , an Atlanta nonprofit supporting entrepreneurs with disabilities, today announced the 15 finalists across five categories for its 2nd annual EDDIE Awards taking place April 11 from 5:30-9:00 p.m. at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta.
  • --Synergies Work Founder and CEO Aarti Sahgal
    One winner will be named in each category.
  • Finalists will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to the EDDIE Awards to take part in the evening's celebration.
  • Remaining proceeds from the EDDIE Awards will be used to support Synergies Work's programs, all of which are free to disabled founders.

MCG Recognizes CareSource with 2023 Richard L. Doyle Award for Transforming Inpatient Authorization Workflows

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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DAYTON, Ohio, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MCG Health, part of the Hearst Health network and an industry leader in technology-enabled, evidence-based guidance, has named CareSource a recipient of its 2023 Richard L. Doyle Award for Innovation and Leadership in Healthcare. The nonprofit managed care organization (MCO) was recognized for successfully collaborating with hospitals to transform the inpatient authorization process.

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  • The nonprofit managed care organization (MCO) was recognized for successfully collaborating with hospitals to transform the inpatient authorization process.
  • MCG Health President and CEO, Jon Shreve said, "We congratulate CareSource on receiving the Doyle Award as it reflects their collaborative nature and technological determination.
  • In addition to MCG Cite for Collaborative Care, CareSource continues to drive provider adoption through its provider portal that leverages MCG Cite AutoAuth technology.
  • CareSource processes 73% of eligible authorization types through its provider portal; because of MCG Cite AutoAuth technology, CareSource can respond to 20-30% of a provider's requests during the provider's initial interaction with the CareSource Portal.

Easterseals Arkansas Introduced Groundbreaking Roommate Housing Program for Independent Living

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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LITTLE ROCK, Ariz., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Easterseals Arkansas celebrated a significant milestone with the state-of-the-art Roommate Housing Program on March 8, 2024, at the Palisades at Chenal Valley.

Key Points: 
  • LITTLE ROCK, Ariz., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Easterseals Arkansas celebrated a significant milestone with the state-of-the-art Roommate Housing Program on March 8, 2024, at the Palisades at Chenal Valley.
  • Developed by Easterseals Arkansas, a trailblazing nonprofit committed to empowering individuals with disabilities, the Roommate Housing Program employs a cutting-edge model that promotes greater independence through shared living arrangements.
  • Easterseals Arkansas CEO Ron Ekstrand shared, "We have been working on the Roommate Housing Program for the better part of four years.
  • "CareSource PASSE is proud to support technology needed for Easterseals Arkansas to launch the Roommate Housing program with a $150K donation," said David Donohue, president of CareSource PASSE.

Sonara Health Expands Remote Methadone Dosing Solution to Ohio Markets

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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DAYTON, Ohio, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonara Health has partnered with BayMark Health Services — with funding from the nonprofit health plan CareSource — to make its remote dosing application available to eligible patients in Dayton and Amherst.

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  • DAYTON, Ohio, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonara Health has partnered with BayMark Health Services — with funding from the nonprofit health plan CareSource — to make its remote dosing application available to eligible patients in Dayton and Amherst.
  • This collaboration aims to change that, giving CareSource members access to Sonara's remote dosing technology as part of their opioid treatment program.
  • "CareSource is excited to partner with BayMark Health Services and Sonara Health.
  • This partnership will increase access to methadone take-home doses, decreasing daily travel and giving members more time in their day," said Stephanie Stitt, director, behavioral health at CareSource Ohio.

Common Ground Healthcare cooperative pursues affiliation with CareSource

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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CareSource was founded in Dayton, Ohio in 1989 with a mission to transform health care for members in government-sponsored health care programs.

Key Points: 
  • CareSource was founded in Dayton, Ohio in 1989 with a mission to transform health care for members in government-sponsored health care programs.
  • The company’s commitment to improving lives helped CareSource grow quickly to become one of the largest Medicaid Managed Care Plans in the country.
  • CareSource was also nationally recognized by Fortune Magazine in 2023 as one of America’s best places to work in health care.
  • “I believe CareSource will help take us to the next level, which our members and our provider partners deserve,” Mahaffey said.

BLACK ENTERPRISE Promotes Health Equity and Black Wealth Creation at the Second Annual Health is Wealth Weekend

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This month, BLACK ENTERPRISE, the No. 1 Black digital media brand boasting over 6 million unique visitors per month, is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Health is Wealth event, powered by Walmart. Taking place in Atlanta at The Loft Athletic Club from Feb. 23–24, this transformative experience is dedicated to leveraging health equity to advance the BLACK ENTERPRISE mission of wealth creation and economic empowerment for African Americans. Building upon the success of last year's inaugural event, Health is Wealth 2024, is designed to elevate the conversation around health and wellness within the Black community. In addition to host partner Walmart, Manulife John Hancock is an event partner.

Key Points: 
  • Taking place in Atlanta at The Loft Athletic Club from Feb. 23–24, this transformative experience is dedicated to leveraging health equity to advance the BLACK ENTERPRISE mission of wealth creation and economic empowerment for African Americans.
  • Building upon the success of last year's inaugural event, Health is Wealth 2024, is designed to elevate the conversation around health and wellness within the Black community.
  • "Health is Wealth represents the continuing evolution of BLACK ENTERPRISE's mission of shaping the culture of wealth for Black people—physically, mentally, and financially," said Earl "Butch" Graves Jr., CEO of BLACK ENTERPRISE .
  • Black health and longevity are critical to expanding Black wealth creation."

Synergies Work Partners With Synergies SEED Fund To Empower Disabled Entrepreneurs With Access To Capital

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Synergies Work, a nonprofit supporting entrepreneurs with disabilities, announced today its affiliation with Synergies SEED Fund, a new 501(c)(3) community development financial institution (CDFI) offering loans to disability-led businesses. Synergies SEED Fund is dedicated to addressing the unique financial challenges faced by entrepreneurs with disabilities. Qualifying entrepreneurs can join the wait list for loan consideration now.

Key Points: 
  • Synergies SEED Fund is dedicated to addressing the unique financial challenges faced by entrepreneurs with disabilities.
  • To date, 54 percent of Synergies Work program participants have been women and 46 percent have been people of color.
  • The first organization to support the mission of Synergies SEED Fund is CareSource with a grant of $100,000.
  • Other organizations interested in providing grants for loans through the Synergies SEED Fund can visit www.synergiesfund.org to learn more.

Boomerang Ventures and CareSource forge strategic partnership to innovate health care

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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& DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a move that signifies the strengthening health care innovation ecosystem in the U.S., Boomerang Ventures, an early-stage venture studio and venture capital fund specializing in connected health solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit managed care organization.

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  • & DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a move that signifies the strengthening health care innovation ecosystem in the U.S., Boomerang Ventures, an early-stage venture studio and venture capital fund specializing in connected health solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit managed care organization.
  • This partnership marks a significant step for both organizations, with CareSource joining as a Limited Partner, underscoring its collective commitment to advancing health care access, quality and equity.
  • "Boomerang Ventures is thrilled to welcome CareSource as a strategic partner in our mission to transform health care through innovation.
  • “This investment will fuel progress to better address  gaps in the health care system to improve health care access, quality and equity.”
    The partnership also grants CareSource access to Boomerang's extensive network of health care professionals, providers, investors and other experts.

Adam Beam named CEO of ImagineCare

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ImagineCare , a joint venture between Spark Pediatrics and CareSource, announced the appointment of Adam Beam as CEO.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ImagineCare , a joint venture between Spark Pediatrics and CareSource, announced the appointment of Adam Beam as CEO.
  • In this role, Beam will oversee member growth, provider strategies and health plan performance.
  • "Collaborating with Adam has been an exceptional experience,” said Jeff Soffen, CEO of Spark Pediatrics and chair of the ImagineCare board.
  • "We are pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Beam to lead ImagineCare,” said Scott Markovich, executive vice president of markets and products for CareSource, and ImagineCare board member.

CareSource investing in programs and partnerships to support Georgia Pathways to Coverage Medicaid program

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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CareSource, a mission-driven Medicaid plan serving more than 450,000 Georgians, has created a new Georgia Pathways Life Services® Coach position and expanded partnerships with First Step Staffing and Goodwill to provide increased resources for potential Georgia Pathways enrollees.

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  • CareSource, a mission-driven Medicaid plan serving more than 450,000 Georgians, has created a new Georgia Pathways Life Services® Coach position and expanded partnerships with First Step Staffing and Goodwill to provide increased resources for potential Georgia Pathways enrollees.
  • “We are excited about the investments we are making to support the Georgia Pathways to Coverage™ program, which will extend Medicaid health benefits Georgians in need,” said Jason Bearden, CareSource Georgia president.
  • “First Step Staffing is thrilled about the Georgia Pathways to coverage program,” said Amelia Nickerson, chief executive officer of First Step Staffing.
  • “Engaging mission-centered partners like Goodwill and CareSource, the Georgia Pathways to Coverage program is poised to create a ready and prepared workforce.